GeneArt® Genes-to-Expression Service
 | Improved Protein Expression Through Gene OptimizationThe GeneArt® Genes-to-Expression Service is designed to help you find the best mammalian-cell expression plasmid for your protein. |
The most basic service, Expression Verification, consists of transiently transfecting your plasmid into either HEK293 or CHO cells, and checking to see whether detectable amounts of your protein are produced. With the Expression Verification Service, you’ll receive documentation that can help you decide whether the tested construct will meet your protein expression needs or whether further optimization is required.
The Best-Expresser Service compares the performance of genes optimized using different strategies (Figure 1). Our standard optimization service reliably improves protein expression from most genes; however, comparison of the different optimization strategies may be beneficial in order to identify the best approach for a specific gene.
The Best-Expresser Service compares the performance of genes optimized using different strategies (Figure 1). Our standard optimization service reliably improves protein expression from most genes; however, comparison of the different optimization strategies may be beneficial in order to identify the best approach for a specific gene.
Figure 1 - Different gene optimization strategies can have very different effects on transgene expression.
Because a single amino acid exchange, the exchange of a protein tag, or the truncation of a hydrophobic or transmembrane region of a protein can have a strong impact on expression level and function of a protein, the Best-in-Class Service can identify gene constructs with significantly improved function. Choose the Best-in-Class Service to identify the best expressing (best-performing) version of your construct from among several protein variants.
Tell us about your project for more information and to receive information on pricing and production time.
Tell us about your project for more information and to receive information on pricing and production time.
| Service | Description | Deliverables | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expression Verification Service | Transient transfection of expression construct in HEK293 or CHO cells Analysis of expressed protein by SDS-PAGE or western blot, using antibodies targeting either the protein tag or the protein itself | Documentation | |
| Best-Expresser Service | Expression comparison of different versions of your gene optimized with different strategies using the GeneOptimizer® process; all versions cloned into the same vector Transient transfection of expression constructs in HEK293 or CHO cells, including a time-course analysis Relative quantification of protein expression by western blot analysis using specific anti-tag or anti-protein antibody | Report with Best Expresser identified | |
| Best-in-Class Service | Expression comparison of several protein variants (for example, expressed from truncated or DNA-shuffled constructs) cloned into the same expression vector Transient transfection of expression constructs in HEK293 or CHO cells, time course to determine maximal expression Relative quantification of protein expression by western blot analysis using specific anti-tag or anti-protein specific antibody | Report with Best in Class identified |
For more information on the GeneArt® Genes to Protein Service or to receive information on pricing and production time, please email geneartprotein@lifetech.com.
